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Cool, B taper it is then.

The 1uf cap scenario is on the Tower Overdrive from pedalPCB. If you have a moment can you take a look.
TY!!!

I just looked at the schematic for the Tower Overdrive, I'm guessing the cap you're asking about is C5?
If so, you can use an electrolytic cap there with the positive side toward the opamp.
FWIW, I typically try to stay away from using electros in the audio path as much as I can. When it is required, I'll try to order "audio grade" caps to use there.
You very well may not even notice any difference and a regular old run of the mill electro might work just fine.
I'd suggest using a socket. Add the 1uf film cap to your next order and swap it out later.

This might be a long shot as it's not pedal related. I know there are a bunch of folks here who work on a lot of other electrical/electronic things so.....
I've tried looking on Mouser but without a better name or part number, it can be nearly impossible to sort through search results effectively.
What I'm looking for is the split-ring terminal that can be clamped down on a binding post. We've got just a few left in the shop at work and the ones we have are older and from what I know, aren't available from the old supplier/manufacturer. It doesn't have to be the same model, just needs to be able to work as a replacement.
If it was for a project at home, I'd just find a large enough ring terminal and cut a slot in it. Unfortunately that's not an option here. We've got to make up some new leads to use with our temporary battery chargers and I'm 100% sure the company won't be happy with a homemade solution.
So, does anyone know of a part number, accurate name, manufacturer, supplier for this kind of connector?

Here's a demo from a Facebook friend of mine Mark Weeks on his Youtube channel "The Distortion Principle"
He runs it through clean(ish) and dirty channels on three different amps so it's not a short video.
I've got build docs and plenty of boards if anyone is interested in building one for themselves.
Cheers,  -Drew


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One more just because. Changed the labeling a little bit. Different colors and a matte finish instead of glossy.

Haven't built the new one yet but I'll definitely be giving it a try soon!
I have however built quite a few of the last version. If this doesn't qualify me for the "win" that's fine. It's just a really great circuit and I'm always happy to share pics of these phasers!

I definitely would like to get something together for a donation, just haven't had much free time to start planning. I'm hoping this will go on for a good little while with all of the other donations/auctions that are already in the queue. Either way, I'm a sucker for stickers and would gladly pitch in a few $$ for a handful. I need to place another order for some enclosures this weekend anyway. Maybe I can get a couple of designs finished up and added to the order!

Good lord! Do you ever sleep? Seriously though, looks great!
I've gotta spend a little more time setting up my photo box too.
It's a combination of some DIY hacks and a cheap photo box setup from Amazon.

Stompboxparts has 1044s. I grabbed a few in my last order just to make sure I wasn't completely out!
https://stompboxparts.com/semiconductors/tc1044scpa-charge-pump-ic/

That looks great, I love the graphic. Pretty cool nod to the original!

Seems like all the hard work has paid off. Looks like you've got another banger there!
Sometimes dealing with those "headaches" can be pretty rewarding.

The first three seasons were originally on Syfy then the show was cancelled. Fans rallied and Amazon Prime picked it up for the next three seasons. And yeah, seasons 5 & 6 had the episodes (more or less) released weekly.
I think it's just at a point where making the next season (that would cover book 7) would be a bit difficult. There's a pretty big "shift" that happens and it would probably be hard to make it believable.
I'm hoping that there might be a studio willing to take on the last three books as feature length movies instead of three new seasons. Could still finish telling the story but keep the budget a bit more manageable....

Another great looking build!
I really like the graphic (and can't wait to see what's coming in the MCU) 

I'm a big sci-fi buff but I don't know why I cannot get into The Expanse. I've tried a couple of times but I can't get past the first couple episodes for some reason. The older I get the shorter my attention span becomes.

At the same time, I've watched all of TNG and BSG more than once, haha.

The books are pretty amazing. I don't have ass much time to read as I'd like but I found myself flying through them.

It's pretty tidy at the moment but has been known to get pretty messy....

I've read all but the last book and just finished watching season six about a week ago.
Kinda bummed that Amazon Prime doesn't have any immediate plans to keep it going for what could have been three more seasons.
I've been watching a bunch of "Ty and That Guy" on Youtube as well. I really love how nerdy those guys get about sci-fi, tv and movies ingeneral.
On a positive note, I was able to pick up a drill press from a mechanic named Amos Burton....